How To Fix 8B284 - Third-party item: enter a goods supplier in the purchase order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Third-party item: enter a goods supplier in the purchase order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B284 - Third-party item: enter a goods supplier in the purchase order ?

  The SAP error message 8B284 indicates that there is an issue with a third-party item in a purchase order. Specifically, it means that the system requires you to enter a goods supplier for the third-party item in the purchase order. This is a common scenario in SAP when dealing with third-party procurement processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The purchase order item is marked as a third-party item, which means that the goods are not being delivered from your own inventory but rather directly from a supplier to the customer.
  The system requires a goods supplier to be specified for the third-party item, but it has not been provided in the purchase order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter the goods supplier for the third-party item in the purchase order. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Open the Purchase Order: Go to the transaction code for purchase orders (e.g., ME22N for changing a purchase order).
  Select the Item: Navigate to the line item that is marked as a third-party item.
  Enter the Goods Supplier:
  
  Look for the field labeled "Goods Supplier" or "Vendor" in the item details.
  Enter the appropriate vendor number or select the vendor from the list.
  
  
  Save the Purchase Order: After entering the goods supplier, save the changes to the purchase order.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Third-Party Procurement: This process involves purchasing goods from a supplier who ships directly to the customer. It is often used in scenarios where the purchasing organization does not hold inventory.
  Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the vendor you are entering is set up correctly in the system and is active for the relevant purchasing organization.
  Purchase Order Types: Make sure that the purchase order type you are using supports third-party procurement.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific configurations or additional fields that may need to be filled out.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or check for any additional configuration settings that may be affecting the purchase order processing.